January has passed, and spring is coming. Here's everything you need to know about the Netherlands for February 2024.
Dutch Carnival is here!
Let's wrap it all over – it's Carnival Month! From Eindhoven to Den Bosch to Maastricht, cities in the Netherlands will be decorated in vibrant colours to celebrate the 40-day Lent fast.
In 2024, Lent will begin on Wednesday, February 14 and last until Easter Sunday at the end of March. People who celebrate Carnival expect colorful costumes, traditions** and lots of parade floats.
February 14 is Valentine's Day.
February 14 is not only the beginning of Lent this year, but also the most popular day for couples, newlyweds and lovers around the world: Valentine's Day. On this day, you'll see all the major cities of the Netherlands dressed up in red and pink – the colors of love.
To celebrate this big day, keep an eye out for special dinners at your favorite restaurants on February 14, discounts at several shopping malls, and lots of fun parties at some of the most popular venues in the Netherlands.
National school holidays in the Netherlands.
Schools in the Netherlands will soon be closed during spring break, and many children will be on a week off to enjoy the carnival festivities.
Leap year 2024
2024 is a leap year, which means one more day in February!
Anyone who is expected to be born on February 29 can arrange a special date of birth for their child – a child can only celebrate a real birthday once every four years. The next leap year will occur in 2028.
Sports season – Football and American football tournaments are just around the corner.
Sporting events are high on the agenda for many this month, with the Six Nations Rugby Championship kicking off in early February and continuing throughout the month. Then, in the early hours of February 12, the Super Bowl will kick off in the Netherlands, and the Kansas City Chiefs will face the San Francisco 49ers for the title.
Both sporting events are expected to gain relatively wide attention in the Netherlands, and you can play in many sports bars** in any major city in the Netherlands.
February 10th.
This month is the 10th is the Lunar New Year! Also commonly referred to as the Chinese New Year, it is celebrated throughout East Asia, but also by the diaspora.
At this time of year, the Netherlands usually hosts many big events, especially in places like Amsterdam and The Hague's Chinatown, so bring your friends along for the festivities! Auspicious Year of the Dragon!
This article is compiled by the Sino-Dutch Business Daily, **Please indicate the source!